Black River Falls, WI vs Cashton, WI

Black River Falls, WI and Cashton, WI have a very similar cost of living, with only a 4.9% difference in their overall index. Black River Falls scores 67 while Cashton scores 71 on the cost of living index, where 100 represents the national average. The day-to-day expenses for residents in both cities are comparable, though differences emerge when looking at specific categories.

On the housing front, median rent in Black River Falls is $718/month compared to $892/month in Cashton — a 20% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Black River Falls has cheaper rent, Cashton actually has lower median home values ($145,400 vs $152,300).

Median household income in Black River Falls is $57,712 compared to $68,594 in Cashton (-15.9%). While Cashton is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Black River Falls spend roughly 14.9% of their income on rent, less than the 15.6% in Cashton.